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Wunmi Adelusi argues that perfect work-life balance is a mirage, replacing it with a 'seasons' framework and the glass-rubber ball prioritization to help women navigate career demands with intention and clarity.
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This week's Nigerian music scene serves up five fresh visuals, from Mr Eazi and MOLIY's sun-drenched collaboration to Niniola's conceptual new chapter, highlighting carnival energy, smooth melodies and culturally rooted celebration.
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October 2026 brings a diverse Nollywood lineup to Nigerian cinemas, featuring spiritual sequels, gritty thrillers, street comedy, psychological suspense and historic epics. Here are five must-watch films hitting screens this month.
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Arie and Chuko Esiri set Virginia Woolf's Mrs Dalloway in modern Lagos, starring Sophie Okonedo, Ayo Edebiri and David Oyelowo in a story of memory, society, and hidden trauma.
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Zenith Bank's international subsidiaries generated a combined N166.09 billion pre-tax profit in H1 2026, driven by strong performance in Ghana, the UK, and new expansions across Africa.
Business
OPay reveals a $533 million short-term investment portfolio as it prepares for a US IPO, with yields climbing to 22% and rapid growth since 2024.
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Global multidimensional poverty climbed to 1.2 billion, rising 51.5 million, with Nigeria among countries reversing hard-won progress. New UNDP-OPHI report warns of setbacks amid population growth and economic pressures.
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Business
Gusto introduces an upgraded Claude connector that lets small business owners manage payroll, timesheets, and staffing via natural language commands, with AI-driven insights and owner-approved workflows.
Business
Canva introduces ProSuite, unifying Affinity, Cavalry, Flourish, and Leonardo to streamline design workflows and empower small businesses.
Business
Apple releases Final Cut Camera 2.4 with variable aperture support for iPhone 18 Pro, giving small businesses greater control over mobile video production without extra equipment.
Business
Small business owners can leverage AI tools without sacrificing brand identity, as AI Vision London 2026 reveals that human taste and judgment remain the true creative edge in automated branding.
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OPay reveals a $533 million short-term investment portfolio as it prepares for a US IPO, with yields climbing to 22% and rapid growth since 2024.
Entertainment
Entertainment
At Mipcom 2026, Spanish audiovisual companies pivot toward multiplatform IP, rights retention, and international partnerships, reinforcing Spain's expanding global production footprint.
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Miguel Rojas is expected to rejoin the Dodgers for the NLCS after a lower-back injury during the NLDS, giving Los Angeles a key veteran presence against the Milwaukee Brewers.
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Dr Vincent Brown becomes the first person charged in the UK for the 1994 Rwanda genocide, facing multiple counts of conduct ancillary to genocide and murder after a seven-year investigation.
Politics
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Google's consent page explains how cookies and data are used, giving users the choice to accept all collection or reject non-essential tracking while maintaining access to search and other services.
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Modern HIIT videos often stretch beyond the original science, promising results that aren't always backed by evidence. Here's what the research really says about calorie burn, muscle growth, and choosing the right workout.
